Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region has unveiled a wide-reaching subsidised food programme ahead of Ramadan 1447 AH (2026), aimed at easing household bills and keeping pantry staples affordable during the busy month. Officials say the move is intended to steady prices and give families more predictable costs as consumption rises.
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823 Items Discounted Across Al Dhafra
The programme lists 823 grocery items that will be offered at reduced prices — from everyday staples to products commonly bought for Ramadan meals. The scale is notable: it covers a broader basket than the usual emergency measures, signalling an attempt to blunt price spikes before the peak shopping weeks.
Alongside that larger list, authorities confirmed that subsidies will remain on 10 key staple goods. Those core items are being kept deliberately cheap to protect households that rely on basic staples every day.
Subsidy Available at 13 Stores
Distribution will be handled through 13 participating retail outlets run in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society. The partnership is meant to ensure uniform pricing and a reliable supply across the region, instead of leaving shoppers to hunt from shop to shop.
Residents are being urged to check with the approved stores for the full discounted list and the exact price cuts. In practice, that should help avoid confusion at tills and calm the usual pre-Ramadan scramble.
Orders Open on TAMM Platform
To make access easier, the subsidised items are also available for purchase on the TAMM platform. The online option lets shoppers browse eligible products and place orders without queuing, a small but practical relief when supermarkets are busiest.
The digital route should suit families who prefer delivery or want to lock in prices ahead of time. It also reduces crowding in stores — an added convenience for those who are time-poor.
Free Delivery for Eligible Residents
A welcome practical measure is continued free home delivery for senior citizens and people of determination. That service removes a real logistical hurdle for vulnerable households and means those who find it hard to travel won’t miss out.
For many older residents and carers, the delivery option will be more than convenient — it’s a steadying, humane touch in a season that can be both joyful and stressful.
